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Eskom to Start Mining Bitcoin to Protect South Africa’s Grid

Feb 11, 2026

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Eskom to Start Mining Bitcoin to Protect South Africa’s Grid

Eskom is exploring Bitcoin mining as a way to absorb excess electricity and stabilise South Africa’s power grid. Here’s how it works

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